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Foods to Avoid Eating With Dental Crowns

You’ve just left the dentist following a dental crown procedure and are starting to feel hungry. But what can you eat that won’t damage your affected tooth? Here’s what you can enjoy eating, along with what you should avoid after getting a dental crown . The Creation of ...

How Long Does Dental Freezing Last?

You’re scheduled for a dental appointment to get a cavity fixed and are told you won’t feel a thing during the procedure. The magical reason why? Freezing. A dentist uses an anesthetic to freeze or numb the nerves in your teeth and the surrounding area. Freezing helps the ...

3 Tips on How to Get Your Kids to Brush Their Teeth

Getting your kids to brush their teeth properly can be an uphill battle, especially during the bedtime routine. But thankfully, some tips can make brushing teeth easier and more enjoyable for your child – and you! Here are three of them. 1. Choose Kid-Friendly Toothpaste and ...

Expert Tips for Tooth Care During Pregnancy

Caring for your gums and teeth is an essential part of maintaining overall health – and is recommended when you’re pregnant, too. Here are some tips to follow when it comes to tooth care during pregnancy. Follow an Oral Hygiene Routine Maintaining consistent healthy oral hygiene ...

What You Need to Know About Teeth Grinding

Teeth grinding, also known as bruxism , is quite common in both children and adults. Although children tend to outgrow this habit, some adults find that this is an on-going issue. Here’s what you need to know about how bruxism can affect your dental health. What Is Teeth Grinding? Teeth ...

Dentures: Tips and Tricks for Proper Care and Cleaning

Are you someone who has dentures and needs a refresher on how to care for them properly? Or, are you thinking about getting dentures and looking for more information? Here’s what you should know when it comes to denture care. What are Dentures? Dentures are artificial teeth used to ...

Root Canal vs. Dental Implant (what's the difference?)

If you have a severely infected or decayed tooth , your St. Catharines dentist is likely to recommend that you have a root canal or get a dental implant. Are you currently weighing the pros and cons of which procedure is best for you? In this article, we will discuss the benefits of a root ...

Diet and Oral Health: How Are They Related?

Besides regularly flossing and brushing your teeth, you probably know that eating healthy brings great oral health benefits, too. But do you know why exactly? If you need a refresher, here it is: Your diet has a huge impact on your oral health – and depending on your eating habits, ...

Can Pacifier Use Affect My Child’s Teeth? - Pacifier Teeth

There is no doubt that pacifiers are useful tools for helping babies self-soothe and giving tired parents a much-needed break. The sucking reflex is strong in babies and helps them relax, which is why pacifiers are so effective. But many parents in St. Catharines wonder how prolonged use of a ...

Why are my teeth sensitive to cold?

During the hot summer, everyone enjoys sitting outside and having some refreshing ice cream or a cold beverage. But if your teeth are sensitive to cold, ice cream and cold drinks may not be so enjoyable – they might cause you pain. With sensitive teeth, you might not know why your teeth ...

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